Tina Turner’s hair was as unique as her voice. About a (style) defining icon with an unforgettable look.
When you think of Tina Turner, you inevitably have the image of a stylishly dressed singer in mind – always elegant and feminine, but also with an official pinch of rock ‘n’ roll. Even in old age, her look had hardly changed. Tina Turner remained absolutely true to herself. Her style was completed mainly by her fringed hairstyle. The hair on her head made Turner a fashion icon of the 80s. With her haircut, the shag cut, Tina Turner set a trend that is still very popular today.
Rock’n’Roll on your head
The shag cut is not just a way of wearing your hair. No. Thanks to Turner, the eye-catching haircut symbolizes wildness, self-determination and, of course, rock ‘n’ roll. Interestingly enough, the hairstyle made its way onto the heads of male rock stars such as Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, Jon Bon Jovi and Co. for the first time. But only Tina Turner made the fringed layered cut a symbol of a rock’n’roll decade and symbol of the strong woman. Thanks to her, the shag cut is one of the most popular haircuts of all time. And this should not be imaginable from the heads even after their death.
Shag Cut: Beginnings to Today
The shag cut was invented by hairstylist Paul McGregor in the 1970s. He created the innovative haircut for actress and Hollywood star Jane Fonda. Because of its cool, artistic, and intentionally messy look, the cut gained popularity, especially in the 80’s glam rock world.
With her shag cut, which some refer to as the mullet hairstyle of the seventies, Tina Turner has inspired umpteen people in fashion. Today, musicians like Billie Eilish or Taylor Swift wear the shag. Actress Goldie Hawn has also been seen with the desired undone look.